Sensor Engineer

Rosenxt is a forward-thinking technology group — we are visionary architects of progress with 45 years of engineering excellence.

As a privately owned global partner, we look far beyond tomorrow, are committed to the long-term and thus turning opportunities into successful ventures. We are tech enthusiasts through and through, diving deep into the latest technologies. This expertise in various technology fields, such as sensors, autonomous robotic, AI or advanced materials and our strong R&D mindset allows us to develop highly innovative products and services for customer in most challenging environments such as subsea, industrial, renewables, or the integrity of water and energy supply. Our purpose goes beyond pure business; it's about creating progress and sustainable value — for our customers, our partners, and society at large.

Why work for Rosenxt?
The US team of Rosenxt is an extended team of people with a passion for technology and innovation. Our ongoing organic growth results in career opportunities and gives our employees chances for further development and added experience. We are a tight-knit group of interdisciplinary engineers, working closely together with state-of-the-art technologies and top-notch engineers around the world. We strive to create a supportive and rewarding environment so everyone can excel.

Our San Luis Obispo, California team primary focuses on developing both software and hardware for prototype sensors used in non-destructive testing. This involves programming near hardware-software interfaces, developing or modifying embedded device drivers on Linux and other embedded kernels, implementing signal processing algorithms, implementing hardware abstraction layers, interfacing with FPGAs, and targeting resource-constrained processors. Our team consist also of Data Scientists who work with large data, developing machine learning models to deliver high quality solutions to our partners.

Rosenxt USA seeks to add a:

Sensor Engineer

Location:

San Luis Obispo

 

 Responsibilities:

• Design and implement sensor prototypes for non-destructive testing applications using acoustic, ultrasonic, and other measurement technologies, including the development of associated signal processing algorithms.

• Implement and automate data acquisition, processing and analysis (e.g., using Python scripts)

• Evaluate sensor performance in laboratory and field conditions to enable early customer feedback

• Contribute to project initiation by defining requirements, architecture, and effort estimates

• Deliver technical documentation, support, and presentations for internal and external stakeholders

• Collaborate with mechanical, electrical and software engineers to integrate sensor solutions into larger systems

• Work closely with global teams to improve products and system capabilities

• Support intellectual property activities as well as innovation and know-how tracking

• Perform mechanical and electrical troubleshooting when needed

Requirements:

• Strong foundation in applied mathematics, including linear algebra, numerical methods and optimization, paired with basic physics knowledge of associated sensor technologies

• Proficiency in Python for solving engineering and data analysis tasks

• Familiarity with computer vision and machine learning methods in industrial applications

• Practical experience in image data acquisition, preprocessing, and cleaning

• Knowledge of development and product-related standards and their practical implementation

• Basic understanding of professional software development processes and tools

• Experience with CAD software (e.g., SolidWorks, Fusion 360)

• Experience with simulation tools (e.g., COMSOL, Abaqus)

• Hands-on laboratory experience with instruments such as oscilloscopes and multimeters

Desirable Skills:

• Rapid prototyping and design for 3D printing

• Development of web applications and user interfaces for prototype and laboratory use

• Deployment of applications to cloud platforms (e.g., Azure)

• Electronics prototyping, including protoboard assembly and basic circuit design

• Embedded software prototyping in C/C++, Arduino, ESP32, and FreeRTOS

• Experience with embedded Linux environments

• Research skills

Education/Experience:

• University degree in physics, mechatronics or mechanical engineering, or similar fields

• 1-3 years relevant work experience in industry or internship

• Problem solving skills

• Self-motivation, and attention to detail

• Strong written and verbal communication skills

• Familiarity with various physical and electrical concepts: kinematics, wave mechanics, electromagnetism

• Familiarity with finite element analysis or other numerical methods

• Experience with scripting languages such as Matlab or Python

Our Offer:

Rosenxt offers an exceptional working environment, salary commensurate with experience and incredible benefits package. 

Benefits include: 

• 401(k) matching up to 5%, immediately vested

• Generous health benefits, effective immediately

• Medical (PPO, HSA), Dental, Vision, Flexible Spending Accounts

• Flexible work schedule (Friday half-days off)

• Incredible work-life balance and flexibility 

• Immediate Vacation time available, Holidays, Paid Time Off

• Travel to Europe to work with Rosenxt colleagues

• Employee assistance program

• Life insurance

• Parental leave

• Professional development assistance

• Referral program

• Relocation assistance

• Tuition reimbursement